Each infrequently, I’ve a possibility to revisit a tried-but-true journey merchandise and remind myself why I like it. Not too long ago, I used to be scuba diving in Fiji and New Zealand, and introduced one in all my Buffs—the Buff Pansy Zotii, Authentic EcoStretch Neckwear. Positive, I may have used it for the standard Buff makes use of, like heat or solar safety. However I’d particularly packed it as a result of a diving buddy confirmed me a use I hadn’t considered earlier than.
When you have lengthy hair and dive or snorkel typically, you’ve probably had the expertise of getting your hair caught in your masks straps. It’s not enjoyable. My buddy makes use of a Buff on her head to cowl her hair, maintaining it from getting entangled within the masks straps. It has the additional advantage of maintaining your head heat when underwater. Once I began utilizing my Buff for this goal, it was the primary time I didn’t have an issue in any respect.
The Buff Pansy Zotii, Authentic EcoStretch Neckwear is made with 95% recycled polyester (the equal of two plastic bottles) and 5% elastane. It’s nice for year-round base-layer use, and is extremely stretchable, making it extraordinarily snug to put on.
It’s additionally bought UPF 50 solar safety in opposition to ultraviolet (UV) radiation produced by the solar, whether or not you’re sporting it on a dive boat, mountaineering path, or out of doors live performance. The Buff is so smooth and breathable that I typically overlook I’m sporting it when it’s on. And the Pansy Zotii design—with swirling purple, pink, and pink colours—was optimum not just for maintaining my hair out of my masks straps, but additionally for standing out amongst a pile of dive gear. I at all times knew the place it was.
My specific Buff lists for $20 on the Buff website, however should you love a distinct design, there are loads to select from.
